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GF06 LXB

2006 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,636 mi
Last recorded141,636 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo V70104,440 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 LXB
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 141,636 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 140,218 miles

Central Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective dull image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 138,746 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 136,741 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 136,738 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 134,742 miles

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 7 Feb 2022 134,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Feb 2021 133,263 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 133,259 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2020 131,058 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 131,053 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 127,646 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 124,403 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 25 Jan 2018 124,400 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 120,288 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 115,539 miles

no towball/hitch fitted at time of test

offside and nearside front tyres are slightly worn on the inner edges of the tread

under trays fitted obscuring inspection of some components

Pass 29 Jan 2015 111,528 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel filler flap latch faulty

Pass 7 Feb 2014 105,464 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 102,039 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 102,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 98,970 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 91,826 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front number plate starting to fade

Pass 26 Apr 2010 81,651 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 61,178 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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GF06 LXB is a 2006 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 104,440 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF06 LXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF06 LXB registered?

GF06 LXB is a 2006 Volvo V70, first registered on 21 April 2006.

Is GF06 LXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF06 LXB shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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